Historic Hotels & Resorts in Bilbao

Travellers love the fascinating historical sites they can explore on holiday in Bilbao. Be sure to check out the major shopping area and fascinating museums while you’re here. And also relish a stop at the charming cafes in this walkable area.

Based on our travel expertise, Barceló Bilbao Nervión is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Arriaga Theater is a short 9-minute walk away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Hotel Gran Bilbao and Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao.

In Bilbao, there are 524 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Bilbao is notable for landmarks like Arriaga Theater, Vizcaya Bridge and Church of the Sacred Heart. Known for its museums, cultural venues include Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Bilbao Fine Arts Museum and Bilbao Exhibition Centre. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Gran Casino Bilbao and Bilbao City Hall.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll enjoy a holiday in a place that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Bilbao, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the popular amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Bilbao, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.